Neighbors 'got married' over the weekend

[otjm]

I had a similiar situation at our Church-believe it or not not all Episcopal congregations agree with same sex Weddings-A older couple commetned at our coffee hour that they got married in New England-my response was the same = “oh”

It was a civil ceremony -not a Church one -the Rector did not comment on it -I however found myself quite uncomfortable and realized it was about my feelings not theirs-whether I sanction this wedding is of zero importance to them or others-I went back to them later and congratulated them-said I was a bit stunned-“yes we get that a lot” they said" -Love the sinner not the sin

I do feel in the next 10 years the Catholic and Mormon Churches will be the only major Churches not sanctioning same sex nuptials-, forgot the Orthodox surely they will not sanction it as well

I am inclined to think you might want to add the fundamental and evangelical churches; they tend towards a plain reading of such issues in Scripture. The two leading groups on Prop. 8 were the Catholic Church and the LDS, mainly because they were the two largest organizations, but they were certainly joined by the more conservative Protestant churches.

 

[Corki]

I’m of two thoughts on this … One is what you may have been taught in the past is that same sex unions are not to be accepted etc etc However the Holy Father is opening up a more open and all inclusive world view for us to have … As he himself pointed out while he himself may not be a believer that members of the same sex should be allowed to marry there is something to be said for monogamous same sex couples in loving relationships and, who are we to judge ?

Keeping in mind that this isn’t the same as the Pope saying “Yeah sure do whatever” I believe there is real value in what is being said … So do you need to dance a jig on their lawn that they got “Hitched” No, however a polite congratulations wouldn’t be hurtful either and so you’re not expressing your joy over the wedding just being a polite neighbor

time.com/13161/pope-francis-willing-to-evaluate-civil-unions-but-no-embrace-of-gay-marriage/

Of course the Holy Father said nothing of the kind. His only “nod” to civil unions was to **possibly **tolerate legal acceptance of them if it is the only way to stave off same sex “marriage”. His repeated calls for acceptance and understanding of homosexual persons, as were the same sentiments expressed by his predecessors, should not be misconstrued as acceptance, tolerance or any shift in teaching regarding homosexual activities including same sex “unions”.

 

[JimG]

I am reminded of the advice that Dr. Laura used to give on the radio some years back when she was asked about going to a baby shower for an unwed mother. If I recall correctly, she always said to by all means send a gift for the baby. But do not attend the shower, because depriving a child of a dad and an intact family, and having a greater chance of growing up in poverty is not something to celebrate.

 

[glendab]

Hello Corki.

Of course the Holy Father said nothing of the kind. His only “nod” to civil unions was to **possibly **tolerate legal acceptance of them if it is the only way to stave off same sex “marriage”. His repeated calls for acceptance and understanding of homosexual persons, as were the same sentiments expressed by his predecessors, should not be misconstrued as acceptance, tolerance or any shift in teaching regarding homosexual activities including same sex “unions”.

Thank you very much for stating this. I tire of hearing the “interpretations” of Pope Francis’ word and the twists and turns they place on them. Why are so many so concerned with showing to the world a “liberal” Pope (?) as if saying it is so makes it so. Thank you for clarification. Keep it up. They ARE necessary. And as long as the Liberals are bold enough to comment on and twist the Holy Father’s words, and for as long as Pope Francis is in office, further clarifications and defenses will be necessary. Thank you again.

Glenda

 

[glendab]

Hello Monica.

I agree, but this is not good news.

I could THINK it is good news that I got a good deal on my cocaine purchase or THINK it is good news that I finally got to have sex with my husband’s best friend but that doesn’t mean people that believe it is sinful should be forced to congratulate me. This couple THINKS it is good news they got married and it is their free choice to make but the original poster does not have to congratulate them on a sin. Does that mean the relationship between them may be awkward? Perhaps, but nothing rude at ALL was done wrong here by the original poster.

The baby is another matter, God bless you for your kindness. No, I would not congratulate someone by saying “congratulations on having sex” but I would always welcome the birth of a new human being. Life is always a blessing no matter what the circumstance.

To the original poster I would advise you, to keep your young children away from this influence if that is your decision as a parent. There is nothing wrong with that although it may be difficult. God bless.

Bravo! :clapping: Very well said. Why do some think we are expected to respond as if being “chastised and corrected by” the current culture’s acceptance of such things we’ve rescinded our religious position in favor of theirs as if it means nothing to stay loyal to one’s religion? They really don’t understand loyalty or faithfulness at all.

Glenda

 

[EnglishTeacher]

I agree, but this is not good news.

I could THINK it is good news that I got a good deal on my cocaine purchase or THINK it is good news that I finally got to have sex with my husband’s best friend but that doesn’t mean people that believe it is sinful should be forced to congratulate me. This couple THINKS it is good news they got married and it is their free choice to make but the original poster does not have to congratulate them on a sin. Does that mean the relationship between them may be awkward? Perhaps, but nothing rude at ALL was done wrong here by the original poster.

The baby is another matter, God bless you for your kindness. No, I would not congratulate someone by saying “congratulations on having sex” but I would always welcome the birth of a new human being. Life is always a blessing no matter what the circumstance.

To the original poster I would advise you, to keep your young children away from this influence if that is your decision as a parent. There is nothing wrong with that although it may be difficult. God bless.

Yes. Very well said.